Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum pedatum) is a deciduous, perennial fern with bright-green fronds that spread horizontally in a circular pattern. These ferns can create a beautiful border in moist areas of your landscape. In springtime, the fiddleheads that emerge are a burgundy/pink color. As the name Maidenhair suggests, these ferns have black, wiry stems that look both striking and delicate. Light: Shade, Partial Sun Moisture: Medium to Wet Soil Type: Rich, Well-Drained, with High Organic Matter Soil pH: 5 - 7.2 Average Height: Fronds 8 - 30 Inches Native Region: Most of North America Wildlife: Provides shelter for toads